Alberta Family Day
Alberta Family Day is a statutory holiday in Alberta to celebrate family values. It is on the third Monday of February each year.
Ongoing Activities
Cycling
Calgary has an impressive pathway system that continues for many miles.
Golf
There are many excellent golf courses within driving distance of The Fairmont Palliser.
Calgary Elks Lodge & Golf Club
Founded in 1923, this challenging course requires the use of all the shots in your arsenal. Public may book after 1:00 pm for the following day.
Tel: +1 (403) 543-2899
Heather Glen Golf Club
Located in East Calgary on Glenmore Trail. This 27-hole course is rated at par 72.
Tel: +1 (403) 236-4653
Skiing
There are wonderful places to ski within a few hours' drive from Calgary.
Ballooning
Rainbow Balloons Over Calgary is a family-run business that has been flying the skies of Calgary since 1979. For more information, visit the web site or call:
Tel: +1 (403) 259-3154
Fishing
Southern Alberta is a fly fisherman's paradise thanks to the world-class Bow River. For more information, visit the web site or call:
Skating
Sports Rent is located at 4424 16th Avenue NW
Tel: +1 (403) 292-0077
Snowshoeing
Sports Rent is located at 4424 16th Avenue NW
Tel: +1 (403) 292-0077
Horseback Riding
One-hour horseback rides through the natural beauty of Fish Creek Provincial Park. For more information, call:
Horse Drawn Carriage Tours
Explore Calgary the old-fashioned way: by horse and carriage. For more information, visit the web site or call:
Things to See and Do in Calgary